CAUTION: POSSIBLE OVERSHARING ALERT Thanks for indulging this new Gram Tam as I share pics of our sweet little grandson Leo—our first grandchild and adorable little boy—who was born one week ago today! Our daughter Kelsey and I had the blessing of being in the delivery room (along with Kellie's mom Leslie and twin sister Kristen), and oh...I will be forever grateful for that gift. I still … [Read more...]
Saying Goodbye
As you read this, we are on our way home from the East Coast, where we’ve traveled twice in the past two weeks. On Oct. 31 we got word that Jeff’s mother had passed away. While she hadn’t been in great health, the conversation the prior week was about moving her to assisted living, not end of life issues. She lived in Pennsylvania, in a small town a 3 hour drive from any major airport. … [Read more...]
Spring Happenings!
This spring has sprung with all its beautiful green glory here in central Michigan. After a very long winter, we are loving every single second of the warmer weather and regaining our color after the past six months of a dull gray landscape. In addition to my usual writing and editing projects, this spring has been busy with a couple of major events. The first was the annual rummage sale … [Read more...]
Memories & Meaning
As 2021 draws to a close, I hope to move into the New Year with a heart filled with gratitude, a focus on savoring the small moments that mean so much, and the joy of making lasting memories. I want to ease my hectic schedule so I can slow down and enjoy the blessings God's given me. Nothing brings me happiness like seeing my grandkids smile, my family laughing as we all gather, or the simple act … [Read more...]
A Trip without a Laptop
There once was an author who forgot how to live without her laptop. She began to feel like she needed to have it with her all the time...just in case. And that small laptop became a weight that reminded her all the time what she SHOULD be doing. Then this author realized she was exceptionally bad at taking a break. Even when she traveled overseas she had a job: teaching in study abroad, giving … [Read more...]
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